by Natasha Gardener | Sep 3, 2025
1. Introduction Gainsborough Town Council has a statutory duty of care under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Occupiers Liability Act 1957 to ensure that members of the public and employees are not to be put at risk because of any failure by the Council...
by Natasha Gardener | Sep 3, 2025
1. Introduction 1.1 Gainsborough Town Council recognises the importance of effective and secure information technology (IT) and email usage in supporting its business, operations, and communications. 1.2 This policy outlines the guidelines and responsibilities for the...
by Natasha Gardener | Jun 6, 2025
1. Introduction 1.1 The Local Authorities’ Cemeteries Order 1977 (LACO) requires that: No body shall be buried in such a manner that any part of the coffin is less than three (3) feet below the level of any ground adjoining the grave: In suitable soils, a covering of...
by Natasha Gardener | Jun 6, 2025
1. Introduction 1.1 Exhumation is the removal of human remains, or cremated remains, from a grave. Exhumations are rare in the Council’s Cemeteries and can be traumatic for the bereaved family involved. 1.2 Exhumation of buried human remains and cremated remains will...
by Natasha Gardener | Apr 4, 2025
Eligibility 1.1 All eligible employees, regardless of hours worked or length of service, have the right to take a maximum of one week’s unpaid leave during any 12-month period to provide or arrange care for a dependant with a...
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